1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3300 mm |
